Mervyl "MJ" Melendez is a 2017 C/MIF with a 6-0 155 lb. frame from Montgomery, AL who attends St James.Large frame, lean athletic well proportioned build with room to fill, projects well. Live bodied actions behind the plate, quick twitch catch and throw ability with a strong arm and plus potential. Quick transfer and exchange, good release time on throws with carry, still has some finer points to clean up with receiving skills but advanced for age and has high level tools. Impressive hitting tools to match defensive ability. Quick hands, long aggressive stride, power potential with strength gains, good bat speed, aggressive hitter, frequently squared the ball up and showed good hand-eye coordination and emerging power translated well to game at-bats. Good student. Named to the Southeast Underclass Showcase Top Prospect Team.